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Sometimes we are just not sure what to do next. We have all been there. We think we know but for some reason it just does not feel completely clear.

In working in session with a client recently, I used a technique that I had not used in a while. I had been to a recent workshop that had some variation of this technique, so it was brought back up to me in the forefront of my mind. This powerful technique is to Write a Letter From Your Future “WISDOM” Self. I am sorry to say I do not know who to give credit to for this powerful technique. I was so very pleased how this client put it all together as to how it was all going to work out and why. I did the activity with my client and found myself very happy with what my “gut instincts” had to say to me as well.

This technique could be used for a variety of situations in which you feel you need some guidance or insight. And in this case the guidance will be coming from your future “wisdom” self. Some may add a spiritual dimension to this activity if they are so inclined.

Some times it may be helpful are:

You are feeling not clear on a decision you need to make.

You are discouraged and feeling a bit hopeless as to making progress on an issue.

You are looking for a solution to a problem you are facing.

You are feeling anxious about how something is going to work out.

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How to Write a Letter From Your Future “WISDOM” Self:

Gather supplies to write a letter or note to yourself.

ID what it is that you want insight on as to an outcome of something that is a worry or issue for you.

Project yourself into a place where you are in the future and you have the “wisdom” of being able to look ahead and see what might be the best direction for you to go or to show you how things will work out with your current path and plan.

Have your “Future Wisdom Self” write a letter to you.

Let this flow naturally and without too much analysing

Really look at what has been written. Consider what you have come up with and let this wisdom sink in.

You can put this in an envelope and date it.

Go back and take a peek at your letter as you feel you need to connect with your “Future Wisdom Self”.

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This very much helps us to know that our real power is right here, right now. It is has been with us the whole time. Be confident. You have got this! Here is to you tapping into your own very special power.

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